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SA U19 Cricket. History Made as Grantleigh Teen Earns SA U19 Cricket Call-Up.
Grantleigh Schools is celebrating a historic achievement. 13-Year-old Nobubelebesisa “Nobe” Zwane has been selected for the South Africa Under-19 Women’s Cricket Team. This marks a remarkable milestone in her blossoming sporting career.
Zwane, who joined Grantleigh as a preschooler in 2016, now stands among the next generation of stars preparing for the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup, set to be hosted in Bangladesh and Nepal next year. Despite competing against players up to seven years her senior, the KwaZulu-Natal Coastal batter has already displayed composure and maturity well beyond her age.
Her call-up follows a standout performance at the CSA Under-13 Girls Week in Johannesburg, where she amassed 206 runs in five T20 matches. Leading the KZN U13 side as captain, Zwane struck back-to-back half-centuries and finished the tournament as the leading run-scorer.
Youth T20 Tri-Series
She has since earned her maiden SA U19 cap during the ongoing Youth T20 Tri-Series in Durban, featuring in the opening match against Zimbabwe and contributing an unbeaten seven runs late in the innings.
Born on 16 April 2012 and raised in Richards Bay, Zwane picked up a cricket bat at the age of seven. Her dedication deepened after earning her first provincial selection at 11.
“I didn’t see the potential at first, but once I continued, it was going well,” she reflected. “Being at Grantleigh has really helped me balance my education and sport.”
A gifted multi-sport athlete, Zwane has represented her school in cricket, netball, hockey, football, and swimming. She also earned district and provincial honours in all but swimming, which she continues at the club level.
She credits her family, particularly her mother and sister, along with her school environment, for their unwavering support. Inspired by Proteas Women’s captain Laura Wolvaardt, Zwane remains grounded, focused on growth, discipline, and humility.
Youth T20 Tri-Series
“My goal for 2026 is to train harder, gym more, and continue learning from experienced players,” she said.
Zwane’s achievement is not only a personal triumph but also a testament to the power of early development, strong values, and a supportive educational environment. For South African women’s cricket, her rise signals a bright and promising future.
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